My Lord What a Mornin'
Harry Belafonte · 1960
37 min · 11 tracks · folk · calypso
A rich tapestry of spirituals and folk traditions woven with Belafonte's resonant vocals and vibrant arrangements.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow for morning routines
- uplifting themes of freedom
- rich vocal warmth and resonance
- reflective moments of spiritual connection
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer standalone hit tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1960, 'My Lord What a Mornin'' was Harry Belafonte's follow-up to his groundbreaking 1956 album 'Calypso,' which had catapulted him to international fame. At this point in his career, Belafonte was solidifying his status as a prominent figure in American music, blending Caribbean sounds with traditional American folk and gospel influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Miriam Makeba· Pete Seeger· Odetta
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wake Up Jacob 1:54
- 2 My Lord What a Mornin’ 4:25
- 3 Ezekiel 3:40
- 4 Buked and Scorned 4:42
- 5 Stars Shinin’ (By ’n by) 1:36
- 6 Oh Freedom 3:20
- 7 Were You There When They Crucified My Lord 4:37
- 8 Oh Let Me Fly 2:09
- 9 Swing Low 3:59
- 10 March Down to Jordan 3:26
- 11 Steal Away 3:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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